A sure-fire way to rile Australian solar power system owners is to mention anything that even remotely resembles a “sun tax”. The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) just did and the response has been quick.
Massive Energy Price Hike In The ACT – Rest Of Australia To Follow?
Solar power to become even more attractive. | Image: cogdogblog, Public Domain
Uncertainty surrounding national energy policy has been blamed for a huge energy price hike in the ACT. This isn’t just bad news for those in Canberra – it’s perhaps a sign of things to come elsewhere in Australia.
Australians Want More Government Focus On Renewable Energy: Poll
Solar panel image : Public Domain | Wind turbine image: Public Domain
Poll results just released indicate an overwhelming majority of Australians want to see a greater government focus on renewable energy, even if it costs more.
Solar Powers Carbon Dioxide To Fuel Conversion
In another example of how solar power could help address the mess created by fossil fuel use, researchers have unveiled a new process for the solar-driven electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide into fuel components.
Tasmania Energy Efficiency Loans Scheme Gets $10 Million Boost
Solar Energy Products Popular In TEELS | Image: Mauro Gregori, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
Funding for interest-free loans through the TEELS scheme has been doubled after significant interest from Tasmanians wanting to purchase solar power systems.
Renault EV Batteries To Get Second Life In Solar Battery Systems
Powervault incorporating re-used Renault EV batteries
Renault and Powervault in the UK have announced a partnership whereby Renault electric vehicle batteries will be re-used for home energy storage units, reducing the cost of a Powervault smart battery unit by 30%.
Electricity Metering Rule Changes Could Boost Solar Battery Uptake
Australia’s Smart Meter Revolution About To Get Into Gear? | Image: Christopher Corneschi
Implementation of rule changes in December concerning electricity meters may accelerate the uptake of home battery systems across Australia.
Bellingen Shire Council Adding More Solar Energy Capacity
Bellingen Shire Council Embracing Solar Power | Image: Public Domain
From bins to building rooftops, Bellingen Shire Council has been getting into solar power in various ways – with more to come.
New York Snubs “Reckless” Trump With Massive Renewable Energy Initiative
New York pushing ahead with renewables
New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has announced a USD $1.5 billion investment in major renewable energy projects for the state and the forming of an alliance to uphold the aims of the Paris Climate Agreement.
Gippsland Getting Solar Funding
Gippsland solar PV projects | Image : Public Domain
Victoria’s Government via the Latrobe Valley Authority is providing funds for a solar power system installation at Yarram Recreation Reserve and other PV projects.
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